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Patio & Hearth Products Report is a trade publication for owners and managers of specialty casual furniture stores, retailers and dealers of patio, hearth, barbecue/grill, outdoor-kitchen and outdoor-living products.
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C.R. Plastic Products Opens New Distribution Center in Rural Hall, NC
On December 13, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
RURAL HALL, N.C. - C.R. Plastic Products has launched its new U.S. Distribution Center. This facility will be shipping orders to dealers who have participated in the company’s 2019 Early Buy program.
The company is investing in the U.S. market and will offer faster shipping times at no additional…
VF Corp Opts for Infinity Canopy
On December 06, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
COSTA MESA, CA - When the VF Corporation, the parent company of brands such as Vans, North Face, and Wrangler relocated their headquarters to Costa Mesa, California, they chose Infinity Canopy to provide shade for their expansive rooftop lounge.
With an emphasis on creative self-expression, artistic sensibilities and sustainability, the…
Outdoor Design Debuts Metro Collection
On December 06, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Outdoor By Design recently introduced the Metro Collection. Handcrafted in the USA, the Metro Collection is defined by its unparalleled quality and timeless elegance. The Metro Collection combines traditional artisanal techniques and Luxe comfort. Available in sling and cushion choices using only heirloom quality materials. Metro is offered in a…
Designer Richard Frinier Honored For His Architexture Collection Of Sunbrella® Fabrics
On December 05, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
A well-known visionary in the furniture design industry, Richard Frinier received the Industrial Designers Society of America 2018 IDEA for his Architexture Collection for Sunbrella® fabrics.
IDSA recently announced the 145 winners of the IDEA, one of the world’s most prestigious and rigorous design competitions. The Architexture Collection of…
Woodard Executive Shares Why Company Acquired Mallin Casual
On December 05, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Patio & Hearth Products Report spoke with Belinda Lavender, vice president of Sales and Marketing at Woodard Furniture, about Woodard’s recent acquisition of Mallin Casual.
Q: Why was Mallin a good strategic fit for Woodard?
Lavender: Mallin’s main business is in direct containers, Woodard’s is domestic. We felt this…
